Leadership can't be claimed ...

Leadership can't be claimed like luggage at the airport. Leadership can't be inherited, even though you may inherit a leadership position. And leadership can't be given as a gift - even if you've been blessed with an abundance of leadership skills to share with someone else. Leadership must be earned by mastering a defined set of skills and by working with others to achieve common goals.
 David Cottrell

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Until you accept total responsibility - no matter what - you won't be able to put plans in place to accomplish your goals.
 David Cottrell
When you accepted your job, you were not chosen solely to fill a position on the organization chart; you were chosen to fill a responsibility.
 David Cottrell
To become a courageous leader, you must realize that accepting responsibility is not optional - it's mandatory.
 David Cottrell
There is a direct correlation between the books you read and the success you achieve.
 David Cottrell
Successful people keep moving, even when they are discouraged and have made mistakes.
 David Cottrell